1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 357 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Zephyr | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2140 mm |
